23 Last-Minute Gifts That Still Arrive Before Christmas

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With just days left before Christmas, you're running out of time to find gifts for those hard-to-shop-for names on your list – the coworker you drew for Secret Santa that you hardly know; the second cousin twice removed that just decided they're coming for Christmas this year; the grandkid whose interests seem to change overnight.

Whatever the reason you've been procrastinating on those last few gifts, there's no need to panic. While you might miss the holiday shipping deadlines for the post office, many retailers still offer fast, free shipping (for members, at least) that will get your gift where it needs to be on time.

From crowd-pleaser gift ideas eligible for one- or two-day shipping to popular gifts for grandkids of all ages, everything on the list below should make it to your delivery destination before Christmas (as long as you order it on or before December 23). Amazon and Walmart are particularly fast shippers, which is why I've highlighted them here.

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If you're reading this on Christmas Eve (or Christmas morning), skip right down to the gift cards and subscriptions section for last-minute gift ideas that don't need to be shipped at all.

Best last-minute gifts at Amazon

From no-brainer white elephant gift ideas to the latest trends in home and travel, there's still time to find great last-minute Christmas gifts on Amazon. All of the picks below are eligible for one- or two-day shipping, which is free for Amazon Prime members (but also available for an added fee to non-members if you don't want to sign up).

UGG Adalee Luxury Faux Fur Throw Blanket, $55. Save 44%
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, 4-Pack, $17. Save 11%
FUJIFILM Instax Mini 12 Holiday Bundle, $86. Save 31%
Carhartt Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie, $20
Beats Solo 4, $130. Save 35%
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap, $24. Save 20%
Amazon Kindle 16 GB (newest model), $90. Save 18%

Best last-minute gifts at Walmart

Walmart has made great strides in expanding its inventory over the past couple of years. Luckily for you, that means this year's top tech gifts and other surprisingly high quality finds can arrive as soon as the same day.

They may even be eligible for pickup at your nearest Walmart if you're really cutting it close to the deadline.

Dearfoams Cozy Comfort Women's Moc Toe Clog Slippers, $10. Save 52%
Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, $140. Save 21%
Art 101 Glow and Neon Drawing and Painting Art Set, $25. Save 11%
KitchenAid Deluxe Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, $279. Save 37%
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, $129. Save 28%
OPI Holiday 2025 Mini Nail Polish, 4-Piece Set, $20
GoPro HERO Camera, $197. Save 10%

The best gift cards and subscriptions that don't need shipping

If you've run out of time to even order something for next-day delivery, don't despair. A well-picked gift card or subscription can feel just as thoughtful (and useful) as a physical gift.

Here are some of the easy wins that you can get even if it's Christmas morning and you're already en route to the in-laws.

Trade Coffee Gift Subscription, $30 per month. Save 25%
Bath & Body Works $50 eGift Card, $40. Save 20%
PinkSeoul Box of Customized Korean Skincare Products, $40 per box
Regal Entertainment $50 Gift Card, $40. Save 20%
Winc Wine Club Subscription, $43 and up per month
Spafinder $50 Gift Card, $40. Save 20%

Rachael Green is a personal finance eCommerce writer specializing in insurance, travel, and credit cards. Before joining Kiplinger in 2025, she wrote blogs and whitepapers for financial advisors and reported on everything from the latest business news and investing trends to the best shopping deals. Her bylines have appeared in Benzinga, CBS News, Travel + Leisure, Bustle, and numerous other publications. A former digital nomad, Rachael lived in Lund, Vienna, and New York before settling down in Atlanta. She’s eager to share her tips for finding the best travel deals and navigating the logistics of managing money while living abroad. When she’s not researching the latest insurance trends or sharing the best credit card reward hacks, Rachael can be found traveling or working in her garden.